Carpet Padding

Carpet PaddingBy [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Michael_Malega]Michael Malega
Carpets can be exploited to provide homes with comfortableness and warmth. One of the prime reasons for a carpet to have this ability lies in the building of the carpet. This ability will also extend to the rug padding. While most people only look at the surface of the carpet, the cushioning which is present plays an crucial part in the life of a carpet. While the carpets which you can bargain from unlike places will have dissimilar surface looks this is only the first step in purchasing your carpets. The next step is to see how the carpet cushioning is. The condition of the padding is the cause which sets the cost for the carpet.
Even though there are standards set for the manufacture of carpets and rug cushioning you will still need to look at these carpets individually before you select to bargain one. Once you have seen how the surface of the carpeting is like caliber wise your next step is to check out the padding. In most carpets you will find one of Seven unlike carpet padding types.
These types will include frothed foam, rebond, waffle rubber, foam padding, Berber padding, and fiber rug padding. Even though these unlike materials are all located on carpets to help the carpet keep its natural state there are some differences to be found. These differences can for the most part spell out if you are provision on purchase a carpet which can be reasoned as an investing or a carpet which will turn out to be a money drainer.
To give you an idea of the differences in carpet cushioning you will find that waffle cushioning is generally made from rubber with a type of clay binding. In addition the carpets which have this type of padding will not last as long due to the mediocre construction of the carpet padding.
The best type of carpet cushioning which you will find in carpets these days is one which is known as frothed foam. The material which is used in the building of this cushioning is that of dimmed urethane. The padding can be found in thicknesses of about 5/16ths to 7/16ths of an inch thick.
As this rug padding is very lasting you should realize that having a rug made from this material will allow the carpeting to last for a long time. Having said this rug cushioning which is made from this material is not one that you will find on every carpet. For this ground you should think about the main priority for you... to learn more on this subject, please check our web site by clicking on our link below...
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LAYING VINYL FLOORING

Laying Vinyl Flooring
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Andy_Lewis]Andy Lewis

Good preparation is essential for a trouble-free installation. Most vinyls can be laid on concrete, timber, stone and many other sub-floors, which have been suitably prepared. Site conditions must comply with the relevant national regulations.

Vinyl is not suitable for external installation or unheated locations but it can be used with under-floor heating providing it is switched off for 48 hours before and after laying (the maximum permitted surface temperature is 27°C (81°F).

Tiles, adhesive and sub-floor must be allowed to stabilise to a consistent temperature between 18° - 27°C (64° - 81°F) for a period of 24 hours before and after installation.

Careful sub-floor preparation is vital for an excellent floor appearance and good tile adhesion. The sub-floor must be hard, smooth, clean, dry, free from defects and fit for purpose. A suitable levelling compound should be used to ensure that no irregularities show through to the surface of the finished floor.

In all cases, the sub-floor must be sufficiently dry and the relative humidity checked to ensure it is not greater than 75% by using a suitable moisture test method.

Direct-to-earth concrete and stone sub-floors must havean effective damp proof membrane. Follow manufacturer's detailed instructions for the installation of a surface DPM and the use of levelling compound.

2.1 New Concrete

Must be allowed sufficient time to dry thoroughly as it will contain a high percentage of residual moisture. Apply levelling compound.

2.2 Old Concrete

Must be cleaned of all paint, grease, wax and any other foreign matter. Apply levelling compound.

2.3 Old Resilient Floors

Existing tiles should be lifted and adhesive residues removed by scraping. No solvents should be used to remove old adhesive. Apply levelling compound.

N.B. As a safety precaution when lifting vinyl asbestostiles the appropriate safety measures should be adhered to.

2.4 Terrazzo/Stone

Repair worn or damaged areas. Degrease and apply levelling compound.

2.5 Timber

Must be overlaid with minimum 6mm (¼") exterior or flooring grade plywood, which must be suitably secured. A suitable feathering compound should be used to smooth out joints.

Only the recommended adhesives should be used - others will not give adequate performance and may fail.

3.1 Recommended Adhesives

3.1.1 SF Adhesive

SF Adhesive is a water-based acrylic adhesive recommended for all areas except those subject to heat or moisture.

3.1.2 Universal 2-Part Adhesive

Recommended for all areas subject to some heat and moisture variations as may be found adjacent to sunny windows and shower rooms. Universal is entirely solvent-free and classified as EC1 with respect to very low VOC emissions.

3.2 Usage of adhesives

Follow the instructions on the packaging. Spread adhesive evenly using a trowel with notch size 1.5 x 5mm (UK), a Euro A2 (1.8 x 1.2 x 1.65 mm) or V notch

1/16th" x 1/16th" x 1/16th" (USA). Do not use worn trowels. Only spread sufficient adhesive that can be covered within 60 minutes.

Tiles should be rolled with a 45kg (100lbs) roller as soon as possible after laying and before the adhesive sets - timing will depend on site conditions but is generally 1-2 hours after spreading the adhesive.

Always clean away excess adhesive before it is allowed to dry - use a soft cloth moistened with Adhesive Remover. Dried adhesive can be removed by carefully scraping it off the tile, or by using a 3M blue pad moistened with Adhesive Remover.

Article by Lewis Flooring. 25 years experience withing commercial flooring services. [http://www.kent-flooring-contractor.co.uk/]Flooring Contractor Kent

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